Common Grounds
Free, virtual, peer-to-peer mentoring session.
Sometimes you just need to talk it through with someone who gets it. Common Grounds is your space to connect with fellow pros, share challenges, swap strategies, and realize you're not figuring this out alone.
Wait, what is it?
Common Grounds brings working people on Cape Cod together for conversation about the real stuff we're all navigating... career transitions, workplace challenges, work-life balance, professional growth, and everything in between. No formal agenda. Just open dialogue with people who get it.
How it works
- Show up. Sessions are held virtually via Zoom, making it easy to join from anywhere on the Cape (or off).
- Share. Bring your questions, challenges, or wins. This is a judgment-free space to learn from each other's experiences.
- Grow. Leave with new perspectives, practical advice, and connections that extend beyond the session.
Who should join?
Common Grounds is open to everyone, CCYP members and non-members alike. Whether you're:
- Navigating a career transition
- Managing a team for the first time
- Starting a business or side hustle
- Feeling stuck or isolated in your career
- Looking for community and connection
- Just wanting to learn from others
This is your space.

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Common Grounds:
November session led by Community Host
November 18, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Zoom
Free peer-to-peer monthly mentoring sesh. Connect and discuss challenges and trends with pros from all across the Cape.
VIRTUAL
Common Grounds:
October session led by Community Host
December 16, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Zoom
Free peer-to-peer monthly mentoring sesh. Connect and discuss challenges and trends with pros from all across the Cape.
Past Common Grounds
Common Grounds: September 2025
Sep 16, 2025
How to Give and Get Feedback—without burning bridges or stalling your growth. We enjoyed our virtual coffee with Community Host Kelly Genois, program manager at Bain & Company. Kelly has spent more than a decade coaching professionals on how to...
Common Grounds: Virtual Coffee with HR
May 20, 2025
Connect, share insights, and discuss challenges and trends around negotiating your salary. Our May session was hosted by Muska Yousuf.